Facts about Cameroon
Population: 16 million
Population Growth Rate: 2.8%
Capital: Yaounde
Area: 475,500 sq km
Head of State: President Paul Biya
Official Languages: French, English
Government Type: Republic; strong central government dominated by president.
Independence:
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January 1, 1960 (for areas formerly ruled by France)
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October 1, 1961 (for territory formerly ruled by Britain)
Major Languages: French, English, African languages
Major Religions:
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Animist: 51%
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Christian: 33%
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Muslim: 16%
Life Expectancy: 55 years (men), 57 years (women)
Currency: Central African CFA franc
Exchange Rate: CFA 720 = US $1
Main Exports: Crude oil and petroleum products, timber, cocoa, aluminium, coffee, cotton
Average Annual Income: US $570
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